Day 1
FLIGHT TO ROME, ITALY:
We embark on an unforgettable
journey as we join our fellow travelers for our overnight
flight to Rome.
Day 2
ROME • SORRENTO:
Upon arrival we begin our journey
traveling south on the “Sun Highway,” past Naples to
Sorrento. With breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples, this
ancient city founded by the Romans is along the beautiful
Amalfi Coast. Dinner is included at our hotel in Sorrento for
the next two nights. (D)
Day 3
AMALFI COAST • POMPEII:
We are treated by a drive along
the world famous Amalfi Coast, considered Italy’s most
scenic stretch of coastline. So beautiful it is a UNESCO World
Heritage Site. This afternoon we meet our local guide for an
archaeological journey through the ancient city of Pompeii,
amazingly preserved when it was covered in ashes over 2000
years ago. We’ll visit houses, shops, temples, squares, streets
and also the “Lupanare” with its frescoes. We return to our
hotel for included dinner. (B, D)
Day 4
ROME • VATICAN • SISTINE CHAPEL • ST PETER’S SQUARE:
Our journey takes us to Rome where we have a guided
tour through the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, world
famous for Michelangelo’s ceiling paintings and “The Last
Judgement.” Next, visit monumental St. Peter’s Square and
Basilica. We overnight in Rome the next two nights. Dinner is
included this evening. (B, D)
Day 5
CATACOMBS OF SANTA DOMITILLA • ROMAN FORUM •
COLOSSEUM • TREVI FOUNTAIN • PANTHEON • PIAZZA
NAVONA:
Today brings us to the Catacombs of Santa Domitilla,
one of the best preserved in Rome with over 10 miles of
underground tunnels on four levels. Then off to the Roman
Forum, the biggest and most splendid of
all, whose markets, true forerunners of
the modern commercial centers, offered
to the Roman citizen any goods to be
found at that time. From here we visit the
Colosseum, the everlasting symbol of the
greatness of Rome and the stage for the
historical fights of the gladiators. After
throwing coins into the Trevi Fountain to
assure a return to Rome we walk to the
Pantheon, one of the best preserved of
all ancient Roman buildings. We end the
day at Piazza Navona where we see the
famous Fountain of the Four Rivers by
Bernini. We return to the hotel for included
dinner. (B, D)
Day 6
ASSISI • BASILICA OF SAN FRANCESCO
• FLORENCE:
We reach the charming
and historic city of Assisi, perched atop a hill
dominated by the Basilica of San Francesco
(St. Francis). Our tour finds us in the heart of
town where we see the Piazza del Commune and its medieval
buildings. Departing Assisi our journey will take us through
the cypress groves and vineyards of the Tuscany countryside
towards Florence. We enjoy a two night stay in Florence with
dinners included. (B, D)
Day 7
FLORENCE • PIAZZA DELLA SIGNORIA • SANTA MARIA
DEL FIORE:
Today we discover why Florence is the cradle
of the Renaissance. We enjoy a visit to Piazza della Signoria,
the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and views of Giotto’s
Bell Tower and the Basilica of Santa Croce. Your guide will help
you decide on how to spend your free time this afternoon,
whether you view Michelangelo’s David or any of the other
amazing sights that Florence has to offer. Be sure to visit
the heart of the
city, “San Lorenzo
Market.” Here we’ll
have an opportunity
to get a true taste
of Italy’s gourmet
flavor. (B, D)
Day 8
PISA • VENICE:
We visit the
ancient maritime
Republic of Pisa.
Here we discover
the Piazza Dei
Miracoli, the Duomo
Cathedral, and the
famous Leaning
Tower. Next cross
the Apennine Mountains enroute to Venice where 117 islands
are connected by a latticework of 150 canals and 400 Bridges.
We check in our hotel for a two night stay. Dinner is included
this evening. (B, D)
Day 9
VENICE:
Touring Venice we see the magnificent Piazza
and Basilica of St. Mark’s. With its marvelous Byzantinestyle
architecture studded with colored marbles and glittering
gold mosaics, this is a sight to behold. We also visit Doge’s
Palace and the legendary Bridge of Sighs. We’ll experience
a gondola ride, then have time to explore the city before
returning to our hotel. We have our final included dinner in
Italy tonight. (B, D)
Day 10
FLIGHT USA:
We board our return flight back home. (B)
Tour arranged by Christian Tours
